1990 Daihatsu Rocky vs. 1960 Riley 4
To start off, 1990 Daihatsu Rocky is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Riley 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Riley 4 would be higher. At 2,765 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Daihatsu Rocky is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Daihatsu Rocky (72 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1960 Riley 4. (63 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Daihatsu Rocky should accelerate faster than 1960 Riley 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Daihatsu Rocky weights approximately 420 kg more than 1960 Riley 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 Daihatsu Rocky is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 Riley 4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Daihatsu Rocky will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1990 Daihatsu Rocky (170 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Riley 4. (116 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1990 Daihatsu Rocky will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Riley 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Daihatsu Rocky | 1960 Riley 4 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Riley |
| Model | Rocky | 4 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1960 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2765 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2530 mm |
